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Still hesitating where to stay in Shangri-La? Let me recommend one for you—Xilangtang Homestay in Shangri-La!

OMG, folks! The moment I checked into Xilangtang in Shangri-La, I knew this trip was worth it! Pushing open the Tibetan-style wooden door left me speechless—the cosmos flowers in the courtyard bowed toward the Meili Snow Mountain, while the spinning prayer wheels carried the sweet aroma of barley wine into every room. I chose the stargazing room on the second floor, and when I drew the curtains, I was stunned: the snow-capped peaks looked like they were placed on the windowsill by the gods. At dawn, golden light spilled in, even imbuing the blankets with divine gentleness ✨ 📸 Must-try photo spots for travel photographers: - Courtyard swing: With prayer flags and snow-capped mountains in the background, wear Tibetan attire and sway gently—when the wind lifts the prayer flags, your live photos will be legendary. - Rooftop terrace: At 4 PM, the slanting sunlight bathes you while the distant meadows glow green—every shot looks like a scene from *I Belonged to You*. - By the hearth: At night, while roasting barley cakes around the fire, the flickering flames illuminate Tibetan wood carvings. Capture the moment when Ama hands you butter tea—pure storytelling. The owner says the starlight here is a "luxury that comes free," and it’s true! At 1 AM, I opened the window to a Milky Way scattered with diamonds—even my phone’s default camera captured star trails (pro tip: use night mode with 30-second exposure). After 3 days, I never wanted to leave! Waking up to the aroma of butter tea, foraging for matsutake mushrooms with Aba in the hills, watching the snow-capped mountains turn pink-purple at dusk in the courtyard… Who wouldn’t want to freeze these moments forever?! 📍 Xilangtang Homestay, Shangri-La 💰 Just 300+ per person for a snow-mountain view room, with free Tibetan outfit photoshoots included! 🚗 20 minutes from Dukezong Ancient Town, and super convenient for charter rides to Pudacuo. Pro tip: Book a room with a fireplace! Sipping barley wine by the pinewood fire at night while stargazing over the snow-capped mountains—this is the *real* way to experience Shangri-La!
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Posted: Jul 25, 2025
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